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Bruce starts another Pre-Licensing!!

Bruce has begun teaching another Pre-license class at Superior School of Real Estate last week. Superior School offers all classes needed for real estate professionals as well as people who are looking to enter into the profession. Feel free to contact Bruce with any questions you may have!!! 704-488-7914 Directly.

Thanksgiving is only a couple of days away

Thanksgiving is only days away and the holiday season is quickly approaching, meaning, your dining room is about to take center stage. You can count on several big, family dinners and plenty of entertaining (whether you’re the host or the guest). We love a dining room that has a personality – it simply enhances the experience – and oftentimes, the more unusual or unexpected the space is, the better! Some dining rooms to inspire:

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to Everyone!!!

Hello everyone, Urban Realty wants to wish you all very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays this year. We thank you all for making Urban Realty as special and unique as it is! We love you all and thanks for a great year!!!!! Bring on the New Decade as we welcome 2010!!!

Tax Credit Extension has Passed!!!

Earlier today the House of Representatives passed legislation to extend and expand the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit, which was approved by the Senate this week. The legislation will be sent to the President, and upon his signature, made law. NAMB strongly advocated for an extension and expansion of the homebuyer tax credit, and considers this a victory for consumers, the housing industry, and NAMB.

Under the legislation, homebuyers will qualify for the tax credit until April 30, 2009 (as long as they have entered a binding contract), and have an additional 2 months (until June 30, 2009) to close the transaction. Borrower income limits have also been increased to $125,000 for individuals and $225,000 for couples (up from $75,000 and $150,000 respectively under the current program). The legislation also includes a tax credit not exceeding $6,500 for move up buyers who have owned their current homes for at least 5 years.

45th Festival in the Park

September 24-27, 2009
THURSDAY September 24 - 6 pm – 9 pm
FRIDAY September 25 Kid's Day 10 am- 1 pm
FRIDAY September 25 - 1 pm- 9:30 pm
SATURDAY September 26 - 10 am – 9:30 pm
SUNDAY September 27- 11 am – 6 pm

J.S. Kempf & Associates filed for Chapter 7

The matthews based homebuilder filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy this week. The company builds homes in communities including The Palisades, a luxury home development near Lake Wylie, and The Club at Longview off Rea Road.

A Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing indicates the company is planning to liquidate its assets, as opposed to shedding debts and reorganizing, as is done in Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings. More than 30 percent of bankruptcy filings in the Charlotte area this year have involved construction-related companies.

Charlotte Restaurant Week Continues

Queen’s Feast - Charlotte Restaurant Week! July 10-19, you can get a three course meal at nearly 100 of Charlotte’s best local restaurants for just $30 per person (tax and gratuity not included).

This 10-day feast is a great opportunity to try some of Charlotte’s most remarkable chefs and trendy hot spots. If you are working on a budget you can’t beat these deals. See the menus of all the participating restaurants.

Almost all my favorites are on the list. In the Elizabeth neighborhood, Carpe Diem, Customshop and Cajun Queen all offer a great New American menus. In Dilworth you can do a “Taste of the World” tour with the scrumptious Italian of Dolce, Indian at Copper, Spanish at Sole and fine Asian at Zen.

You may want to walk to your choice restaurant so that you don't gain too much weight.

Pet Palooza Raises $90,000 for Animals

Pet Palooza Raises $90K for Animals
Where do you go to enroll your beloved pooch into Camp Bow Wow or commission an oil portrait of your diva-dog? Why Pet Palooza, of course! What is a Pet Palooza? It is an event to raise much-needed money for the Humane Society whose goal is stop the euthanizing of any animal. Pet Palooza raised $90,000 to save the lives of wonderful companions and loving pets! Congratulations!
And you can indulge your perky pet from gourmet pet food to couture clothing to sending them to swanky doggie-day care! Oh, to be a dog!
Click here for more pictures from Pet Palooza!

Wine tasting with Network, Women and WINE!

On Wednesday, My 27th at 6:30, come join the Wine Tasting, with Networking, Women, and Wine at Vintage Wine Cellar. Networking, women and wine was created from a passion to access our unique abilities as women to connect and create solutions both personally and professionally. Our lives are then enriched and our sphere of influence is enlarged. We enjoy and learn about wines from around the world while connecting with like minded women. If interested, please RSVP to events@networkingwomenandwine.com. Tickets are $25.

Vintage Wine Cellar is located at 12206 Copper Way, Charlotte, NC 28277 - Near Ballantyne.

Saturday Night Spring Fever!

Come out to Ballantyne Corporate Parkway on Saturday, May 16th from 7-10PM. Enjoy appetizers, wine, cash bar, live entertainment from "The Hold Outs", a silent auction and photography competition. Cost is $30/person or $50/couple. The event will be held on top of Ballantyne Corporate Park's newest 10 story building, the Boyle Building. All proceeds will benefit the YMCA Community Outreach Program.

Get a Feel for Life Uptown

Today begins the Urban Living Showcase to highlight residential developments and properties in Uptown and South End. Starts on the roof of the EpiCentre with information about the various Uptown and South End locations.On Saturday, you will have many options. Trolley tours will leave EpiCentre every 20 minutes beginning at 11am, and guided walking tours will leave every half hour, also starting at 11am. Visitors can take the Lynx light-rail train to South End, as well. A skyline tour is available to see the best views from high-rise rooftops and penthouses Saturday from 10am to 3 pm.

Open House at Maple Crest in Ballatyne

Come out this Saturday, May 9th from 10-3, to see this spacious and welcoming townhome, located minutes away from the heart of Ballatyne.

You enter this former model townhome into a dramatic 2 story living room with gas log fireplace. The home has been meticulously cared for, and boasts fresh paint, newly cleaned carpets, and includes all appliances. This end-unit townhome is a short walk to the community pool.

Located within minutes of the best Ballantyne has to offer; great restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. Along with some of the top rated schools in Charlotte/Mecklenburg.

Mention you saw this blog, and you will receive a free gift card!